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Start Planning to Welcome Back Those Furloughed Workers

There is a large talent pool that is just waiting to get back to work once economies start reopening and revenues return to pre-coronavirus levels.

Security’s role in getting back to business

Dalio’s contention is that this crisis will force global business to rethink how it approaches all aspect of its organizations and that this “restructuring”, which could last as long as three to five years, will create new and previously untapped opportunities and innovation related to digitization, data and human thinking.

Thermal cameras could be Louisiana’s next defense against coronavirus; here’s how they work

As businesses enter Phase 1 of Gov. John Bel Edwards’ reopening plan and residents venture out in larger numbers, some are considering thermographic cameras as one tool to combat the spread of the novel coronavirus. But the technology isn’t foolproof.

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Public Safety Updates NENA Surveys Show How PSAPs Are Holding Up During the ...5.14.20 - GT - Public safety

BUSINESS TIPS

Challenging Sales Times Call for Using Challenger Sales Method

AV integrators should adopt the challenger sales method that builds constructive tension with customers and prospects, getting them to think in new ways.

Don’t Slack on Your Marketing Efforts During the Business Downturn

Everyone is struggling to navigate what comes next after the pandemic ends, but stay in touch with your customers if you expect their loyalty.

12 Industry Leaders Tell How COVID-19 Has Forever Changed Security

Dealers, integrators and market analysts predict enormous demand and growth for security and related solutions coming out of the coronavirus tunnel. Current hardships are also addressed.

NEMA GD 4-2020 COVID-19 Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidance for Electrical Equipment

As we continue to learn more about the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus, NEMA has developed specific guidance on how to maintain cleanliness while preserving the functionality and integrity of electrical equipment. Common disinfecting methods like fogging can damage electrical equipment and pose a safety hazard

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Mississippi governor extends Safer at Home order another week

Gov. Tate Reeves has extended Mississippi's Safer at Home order for another week, he announced Friday during his daily coronavirus briefing.

NENA Surveys Show How PSAPs Are Holding Up During the Pandemic

Public safety answering point personnel already have a stressful job, plagued with understaffing.The coronavirus pandemic has added another layer of stress, as two National Emergency Number Association surveys indicate.

Spotlight on Arkansas: Reopening a state that never really closed

Arkansas is decidedly different when it comes to dealing with the coronavirus, It's one of only a handful of states that never issued a stay-at-home order.

Understanding Phase 2 reopening: when it might happen in Louisiana, what’s the criteria, what’s allowed.

Most of Louisiana has officially been reopened for the first week of Phase 1's loosened coronavirus restrictions. So, when will the next phase begin in Louisiana? Here's everything you need to know about the plans in place to shift to Phase 2 when the time comes:

Governor defends adding Phase 1.5 to the Kansas reopening plan

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly says the reopening of Kansas during the coronavirus pandemic remains subject to the whims of the virus. During a news conference Friday afternoon, she discussed her decision to slow the reopening of the economy. On Thursday, she added Phase 1.5 to her reopening plan.

Maryland Live Casino COVID19 compliance

Thermal scanners, partitions and masks await Maryland casinogoers. Would people come back. A look at how things could look different at Maryland Live Casino as it prepares to reopen once coronavirus-related restrictions are eased.

Oklahoma lawmakers override six Stitt vetoes including rural broadband bill

5.23.20 – By Barbara Hoberock and Randy Krehbiel Tulsa World OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma’s...

Coronavirus in Texas: Bars, bowling alleys and other businesses can begin reopening Friday

As part of Gov. Greg Abbott's attempt to begin reviving the economy, myriad Texas businesses can reopen Friday. That includes bars, bowling alleys and aquariums at limited capacity. Restaurants can also operate at 50% capacity; they've been permitted to operate at 25% capacity since May 1.